Panchakarma-Detoxification And Purification Of The Body
August 26, 2008
Ayurveda, India’s ancient system of philosophy and healthcare, teaches that vibrant health is dependent on our body’s ability to metabolize all aspects of life, absorbing that which nurtures us, eliminating the rest. When our digestive powers are weak, toxins accumulate in the body and contribute to imbalance in the body, ultimately resulting in illness.
Panchakarma is a powerful Ayurvedic treatment that releases physical and emotional toxicity, restoring the body’s natural balance and health.
Ancient Wisdom Fused With Modern Practice
Many thousands of years ago, India’s ancient healing masters developed the theory and practice of Panchakarma. In Sanskrit, Panchakarma means ‘the five actions’ (Pancha = five, and karma = action), referring to the five cleansing therapies described in the classic Ayurvedic textbooks.
Panchakarma therapies adapted for the West have evolved and modernized and the number of therapies included vary according to an individual’s mind-body type (dosha) and health concerns. However, the principles of purifying and replenishing remain the same. Panchkarma steps are as follows:
Preparatory Procedures
Panchakarma begins with oleation and soothing heat therapies, using pure essential oils to mobilize toxins. Anyone can benefit from oleation by performing a daily self-massage using oils best suited for your dosha. In addition, cleanse your body and improve your digestion with Sesame balls, wonderfully spiced treats that promote digestion and purify the body and mind.
Sesame Balls Recipe
1 cup toasted sesame seeds.
½ cup golden raisins or regular raisins.
2 teaspoons ground ginger powder.
2 inches fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped.
2 teaspoons ground cumin.
1½ teaspoons ground cardamom.
2½ tablespoons ghee.
Elimination and Release
Once the toxins have been mobilized, gentle therapies, such as, nasya and basti cleansing help release residue from the body. The basti is a therapeutic process in which medicated oils and herbal preparations are used to flush toxins from the intestinal tract. Bastis offer greater healing benefits than water-based colon cleansing because the herbalized oils enter the deeper tissues and eliminate fat-soluble toxins.
Rejuvenation
The final stage of Panchakarma is Rasayana, a term meaning that which is nourishing.” According to Ayurveda, once toxins have been cleansed, it is a critical time to begin replenishing the body with natural foods and herbs, revitalizing massage treatments, and healing practices such as meditation and yoga.
When You Should Do Panchakarma?
Ayurveda recommends regular Panchakarma treatments, ideally at the beginning of spring, fall, and winter. The approaching change in seasons is the perfect time to experience this ancient cleansing process.
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